Japanese Folktales: Classic Stories from Japan's Enchanted Past by Yei Theodora Ozaki

Japanese Folktales: Classic Stories from Japan's Enchanted Past

Yei Theodora Ozaki

256 pages first pub 1903 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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Japanese Folktales is one of the most complete collections of stories translated to English and introduces the reader to the vast world of Japanese ghouls, goblins, ogres, sea kings, magical birds, dragons, and of course, Momotaro, the Peach Boy. ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 29 reviews

Moods

adventurous 87%
funny 62%
lighthearted 50%
reflective 37%
mysterious 25%
dark 12%
emotional 12%
informative 12%
relaxing 12%
sad 12%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 42% | A mix: 28% | Character: 14% | N/A: 14%

Strong character development?

No: 25% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25% | Yes: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 40% | N/A: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | N/A: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.66

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